Beach bound...

I sewed up an oilcloth beach bag this past week...I love how it turned out! Large, roomy enough to hold all kinds of goods & with 6 outside pockets for holding a cell phone, sunscreen, etc. Plus, it is made from durable oilcloth that can be hosed out when it needs a good cleaning! I think I'll have to make a few dozen more of these!

Who's gotta spit up?

Loving all the new fabric stores I'm discovering here in Colorado...I am like a kid in a candy shop each time I step into a new one....all the colors, all the patterns! Stripes! Prints! Polka dots! I find myself with arms full of beautiful bolts within minutes of arriving. What do I do with all this fabric goodness you may ask? Well...put it to good use right away!
I've been in baby mode lately (just finished up my fourth custom order crib set in the past 2 months....photos to come) & there's not one baby gift I enjoy making more than beautiful, functional burp cloths. I loath "babyish" prints & would much prefer to look at bright graphic prints! These burp cloths are super absorbent, mopping up any messes that come with sweet little babies. And they are beautiful, which always made me as a mom happy. A perfect unity of form & function :)
I sent these babies (& many more prints) to CA & they'll be available at Studio317 in downtown Visalia next week! They'll be available to purchase 3 for $22 & make a great gift for those expecting or with newborns!
By the way, I'm having a trunk show there next Thursday night, May 30. I'll be showcasing all new clips, fabric necklaces, burp cloths, ties for little boys, receiving blankets, & lush minky blankets with silky edges! Stay tuned for more info & more pics of the goodies I'm bringing!

Duuuuum dum, duh dum

Just finished up a little flower girl dress for a custom order...the mom & bride were looking for something pretty specific, & after looking around, they really didn't find anything the loved, so that's where I came in :)
Like usual, I used a bit of a pattern for the dress, but mostly just winged it to create the look they wanted. I used a basic satin and topped it with a pretty lace for the top of the dress. Then I added at least 5 yards of tulle to the bottom, with a couple yards of netting sandwiched in between the layers of tulle to add some stiffness & fullness. I then took some scraps of chiffon & satin and created the belt for a little contrast. The belt is made from the same material as the bridesmaids' dresses, so the wee little flower girl will coordinate with them! I then created hand ruffled flowers from fabric using a little heat from a candle. I hand sewed them together and embellished using a mix of crystals, metal beads, etc to add a bit of sparkle. Overall, it was a fun project & I can't wait to see the little lady wear it!

New necklaces

A few new necklaces...fresh spring colors...perfect for gifts and for your own little girls!
In the shop today.
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